Security Analyst

Position: Security Analyst

Location: Hybrid (Santa Barbara, CA preferred)

Compensation: $95,062 – $137,840

Reports To: Information Security Manager

Our client, a mission-driven health plan provider, is seeking a Security Analyst to help safeguard their systems, networks, and data. This role supports the Security Office and plays a critical part in protecting against cyber threats, monitoring security events, implementing solutions, and ensuring policy compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor network traffic and security alerts for suspicious activity; escalate as needed.

Partner with a third-party Security Operations Center to triage and investigate incidents.

Support incident response efforts, root cause analysis, and preventative strategies.

Assist in vulnerability management, access reviews, and patching workflows.

Contribute to annual security risk assessments and penetration testing efforts.

Develop and maintain security policies, training materials, and awareness campaigns.

Stay current with evolving threats and recommend proactive defense strategies.

Ideal Background:

1–3 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or similar.

Familiarity with tools such as DarkTrace, Microsoft Defender, Windows, Linux, and EDR platforms.

Working knowledge of security frameworks like NIST, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, or GDPR.

Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH are a plus.

What Sets You Apart:

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset.

Discreet, trustworthy, and passionate about protecting sensitive information.